Local historian, Jerry Wiles, will share the life of Henry David Thoreau on Monday, December 9, 2:00-3:00pm. One of America’s most famous writers, Thoreau is remembered for his philosophical and naturalist writings. In 1845 he began his famous two year stay on Walden Pond, which he wrote about in his master work, Walden.
12/2: Diagonal Knitting Demonstration
Knitting is a sculptural skill, according to internationally acclaimed artist Katharine Cobey. In her 90-minute demonstration and workshop, Katharine concentrates on the expressive potentials of diagonal shaping with an emphasis on making either seamless sculptural shapes or clothing. Come knit with us on Monday, December 2, from 3:00 – 4:30 pm! Suitable for every level of knitting experience.
11/25: Bath’s Maritime History
Bath resident Irene Drago has turned her love of Bath’s maritime history into her debut novel, The Daughters of Long Reach, which explores love and loss through the lens of multiple families who are separated by time but connected by the rolling tides of the
Kennebec River and the rich maritime history of Midcoast Maine. Join us on Monday, November 25, from 3:00 – 4:00 pm for this free talk.
11/18: Life on the Water in the 1900’s
Join us Monday, November 18, from 3:00 – 4:00pm to hear Bill Hill share what life was like working, shipping and fishing in the local area during the 1900’s. He will give a brief history of the pinky schooners that were a common type of New England fishing vessel.
The Lincoln Home is located at 22 River Road, Newcastle. For more information, please contact Rhonda Hanna, 563-3350, or rhonda@lincoln-home.org. Visit our website, www.lincoln-home.org and follow us on Facebook for photos and events of daily life at The Lincoln Home.
11/12: Rotaplast Trip to Guatemala City Talk
Susan Tigert recently traveled to Guatemala City as a photo journalist and trip historian for Rotaplast International, Inc. A non-profit organization, Rotaplast is funded by Rotarians and orther organizations, and has been helping children and families in developing countries world wide for 27 years. The organization sends multidisciplinary medical and non-medical teams to provide free reconstructive surgery, ancillary treatment, and training for the comprehensive care of children with cleft lip and/or palate, burn scarring, and other deformities.
Susan will share her experience at The Lincoln Home on Tuesday, November 12th at 2PM. The team of volunteers she traveled with in September helped 114 children in the two weeks they were in Guatemala City. This was Susan’s first time as a Rotaplast volunteer and as a photo journalist and was an incredible journey and learning experience that she is excited to share. The daily blog she wrote for Rotaplast can be read at https://rotaplast.org/all/missions/2019-guatemala-city/
11/4: The Becoming of Maine Statehood
We will commemorate the bicentennial of Maine statehood on March 15, 2020. How did Maine come to be part of Massachusetts in the 1600’s? What were the benefits and problems inherent in that relationship? On 11/4: , Carolyn Hardman will share the story of why Maine’s independence was so long delayed and how was it finally achieved.
The Lincoln Home is located at 22 River Road, Newcastle. For more information, please contact Rhonda Hanna, 563-3350, or rhonda@lincoln-home.org. Visit our website, www.lincoln-home.org and follow us on Facebook for photos and events of daily life at The Lincoln Home.
10.28: Shelley’s Flowers and Gifts Demonstrates Fall Flower Arranging
Shelley, whose floral business is in Waldoboro, will demonstrate ways to arrange the spectacular colors of fall through flower arranging. Join us Monday, October 28, from 3:00 – 4:00pm, and maybe you will be one of the lucky few to take home an arrangement.
10/23: Maine3Railers Model Railroad Display Comes to Lincoln Home
An activity for all ages! Stop by on Wednesday, October 23, from 10AM to Noon and 1PM to 2PM, to see the working model railroad display. Chat with members of the Maine3Railers, Maine’s premier 0-Gauge club with 120 members throughout Maine and beyond.
10/21: Winter Survival for Maine Wildlife
Did you ever wonder what happens to Maine’s wildlife in winter? Nicolaus Lunn, staff naturalist for Maine Audubon, will explain the mystery of wildlife winter survival mechanisms and share some compelling stories on Monday, October 21, from 3:00 – 4:00pm.
10/14: The Life of John James Audubon
Local historian, Jerry Wiles, will share the life of John James Audubon, on Monday, October 14, from 2:00-3:00pm.
An American ornithologist, naturalist, and painter, he was notable for his extensive studies documenting all types of American birds and for his detailed illustrations that depicted the birds in their natural habitats.